Utah School Board Seeks Repeal of Double Teacher Investigation Law
The Utah State Board of Education voted 8-7 to request that the Utah Legislature repeal a law requiring a "double investigation" into teacher misconduct complaints. The decision has drawn criticism from opponents who argue the move reduces accountability and transparency in school districts.
StatewideProvoSeptember 4, 2026
Earthjustice Sues Over Plan to Slash Utah National Monuments
Earthjustice is suing the Trump administration to challenge a move to reduce the size of Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. The administration's plan aims to shrink the monuments to less than 10% of their current size to allow for industrial development.
September 4, 2026
USU UWLP releases new report on educational attainment of Utah women
USU Extension press release Guest article written by Susan R. Madsen
The Utah State University Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP) released a new research and policy brief, Educational Attainment of Utah Women: A 2026 Update, providing an in-depth analysis of how Utah women’s education levels have changed over time and how they compare to national trends.
via etvnews.comStatewideSeptember 4, 2026
Wado Ryu excels at SJ Cup, celebrates new black belt
LEHI — Wado Ryu Karate School students turned in an impressive performance at the 2026 SJ Cup on Aug. 28-29, earning multiple individual and team awards against competitors from across the western United States. The tournament featured participants from Utah, Colorado, Washington, Illinois, Nevada and Idaho.
via etvnews.comLehiSeptember 4, 2026
Emery County declares flood emergency, looks toward long-term mitigation projects
CASTLE DALE – Following recent flooding that caused extensive damage throughout portions of Emery County, commissioners approved an emergency declaration Tuesday and began looking at long-term projects aimed at preventing similar damage in the future. The Emery County Commission unanimously approved the emergency declaration during its Sept.
via etvnews.comCastle DaleSeptember 4, 2026
Olsen leads Emery at Cove View invitational
RICHFIELD — The Emery Spartans traveled to Sevier County on Wednesday to compete in the Cove View Invitational, a non-state qualifier event that provided another opportunity for the team to continue building momentum as the season enters its final stretch. Competing against fellow Region 13 programs, the Spartans finished fourth among the region teams at the tournament.
via etvnews.comRichfieldSeptember 4, 2026